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Our Doctors

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Dr Nandhini Rangarajan

General Practitioner

Dr Nandhini Rangarajan has been a GP for over 25 years. She enjoys all aspects of general practice and has special interest in women’s health, pediatrics, minor surgical procedures, preventive and public health. Her hobby is drawing, painting and enjoying the nature. Being a fitness freak, she practices and train Yoga. She likes to read and explore history, religions, spirituality and meditation.
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Dr Jo-An Dovaston

General Practitioner

Dr. Jo-an obtained her Medical Degree from University of Santo Tomas – Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Philippines in 2004. She practiced as a rural GP in the remote islands of Aklan and Romblon in the Philippines after she qualified as a doctor. She then migrated to the United Kingdom in 2011 and worked there as a doctor. She completed her Specialty Training in General Practice in 2017 under Royal College of General Practitioners – East of England Deanery. The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners granted her Fellowship in 2017 as well.

She is a well-rounded, compassionate GP who has been practising in Australia since 2018. She previously worked as a GP in Rockingham Medical Centre. She also worked as a medical staff for WA Health in 2020 as a Quarantine GP. In 2021 she was employed by Top End Health to work for Northern Territory’s Centre for Disease Control as Head of Tuberculosis Department.

In January 2022, she re-opened the Manjimup General Practice. She has special interest in minor surgery and skin cancer as she worked as a Fellow in Plastic Surgery at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, England from 2013 to 2014. She also has special interest in Transgender Health. She has experiences in both Adult Medicine and Paediatric Medicine, Psychiatry, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Urology, Cardiology, Oncology, Haematology, Infectious Disease, General Surgery and Trauma. She was also involved in provision of health services for Aboriginal patients in Darwin.
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Dr Monique Lucas

FRACGP, MD, MPH, BSc, DRANZCOG, SCHP (Diploma of Child Health)

Dr Lucas is an experienced General Practitioner providing evidence-based medical care to individuals and families in Bridgetown and the wider Southwest community.

She holds qualifications in medicine, public health, general practice, obstetrics and gynaecology, and child health. Dr Lucas has a particular interest in skin health and the management of skin cancer. She also performs minor surgical procedures, including the excision of skin lesions and moles.

Dr Lucas is a member of the Skin Cancer College Australasia and is committed to ongoing professional development in skin cancer management.

Dr Lucas does not provide mental health consultations or Workers’ Compensation consultations.

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Dr Peter Donald McKenna

MBBS, PGDipHealth Promotion, FRACGP, MPHTM, FACRRM, AFRACMA

Born and bred in Bunbury, WA
Graduated from University of WA in 1983 and did my internship at Fremantle Hospital. Always wanted to work in rural and remote Australia, but no specific training program for this in the 80’s. Worked in isolated Kwazulu in South Africa for 2 years to learn further skills in surgery, obstetrics, anaesthetics and emergency medicine.

Returned to Australia in 1987 to work for 12 months in Christmas Island and Pilbara RFDS. Worked for 7 years in the Torres Strait including amongst the beautiful island communities of this unique area.

Further studies in Tropical Medicine and Public Health in Townsville in 1994 before commencing 25years at Innisfail Hospital (55 beds) in Far North Queensland, Moved back to WA just pre-COVID lockdowns and have together with my family decided to resettle in the gorgeous South West.

I have a passion for teaching, geriatrics, paediatrics, obstetrics, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, Palliative care,Other interests include fishing, diving, gardening and hiking.

Meet Our Nurses…

Nurse Alice

Enrolled Nurse

Alice is a dedicated Enrolled Nurse with 2 years of experience. She has a keen interest in maternity care and skin health, working closely with Dr. Jo to assist with lesion identification and excisions. Alice is trained in childhood immunisations, pathology, and IV infusions. She is passionate about providing compassionate care, always ready to listen, offer advice, and have a chat with patients. Alice is committed to continuously expanding her clinical skills and ensuring patients feel heard and supported.

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Dr. Muthu Nachiappan JP

Consulting Audiologist, MSc (Sp & Hg), AuD

Dr Muthu completed his post graduation in Audiology and Speech Pathology from the prestigious All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, Mysore in 1999. He completed his Doctor of Audiology from the University of Florida in 2013. He started his career as the first Audiologist at Vikram ENT Hospital and Integral Ear Institute, Coimbatore, India in 1999. Dr Muthu gained experience in dealing with adult and pediatric speech and hearing disorders, Hearing aids and Cochlear Implants in a hospital set up. He was trained in Cochlear implantation at the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Institute, Melbourne in the year 1999. He worked as an Educational Audiologist at the Singapore School for the Deaf from 2001 to 2003. He moved to Australia in 2003 and has worked as an Audiologist across Melbourne, Sydney and Perth with major Hearing Service Providers like National Hearing Centers, Western Hearing Services, Australian Hearing, AudioClinic, and Telethon Speech and Hearing. He has also worked as a pediatric Audiologist at Princess Margaret Hospital for Children.

He set up his own Independent Private Audiology Practice with a view of providing valuable Hearing Services at affordable prices on 14th Jan 2016. He has been providing visiting Audiological services in the regional towns of Manjimup, Bridgetown, Nannup and Boyup Brook. He has also performed outreach Audiological Services to indigenous communities at Exmouth, Carnarvon, Meekathara, Geraldton etc.

He has been blessed with three beautiful daughters. He loves volunteering and playing badminton. He volunteers at the Perth Hindu Temple as part of the Management Committee and loves teaching Tamil language to children of Tamil migrants at MuKaMai Tamil School, every Sunday at Willeton Senior High School. Dr Muthu is a JP, Justice of the Peace, offers JP services through which he reaches out to more people in the wider community.

Roger Coghill

Psychologist

Roger is a registered Psychologist and trained Primary School Teacher.  He has worked with Anglicare NT, supporting homeless young people. Roger was also the Coordinator of Pastoral Care for Mission Australia’s WA staff members.  For the past 18 years Roger has worked as a school Psychologist with The Department of Education, as a Senior Consultant Psychologist with AISWA (Association of Independent Schools of WA), and now in private practise.

Roger provides a friendly, safe and relaxed therapeutic environment to support adults and adolescents with: sleep related difficulties, stress management, adjusting to life’s stressors, anxiety, anger management, employment related issues, self-harm and suicidal ideation.  Roger can assist parents with school-related issues; including attendance, school refusal, academic difficulties and study/exam stress.  Roger also provides practical therapy, information and support to families with children who have ADHD.

Roger is a registered specialist provider with Medicare and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).  Telehealth (via telephone or zoom) as well as walk and talk sessions are also provided. You are welcome to contact Roger to discuss your situation.

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Phlebotomist

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Junko Luscombe

Phlebotomist

 

Junko is a phlebotomist with 5 years of experience. She has skills in performing bloods collections and knowledge to provide support to each individual patient’s all needs. She is cooperative with teams and passionate about providing excellent patient care.

Meet Our Receptionists…

Michelle Studd

Receptionist

If you hear laughter echoing through the clinic, chances are Michelle is nearby. As one of 3 friendly and dedicated receptionists, Michelle Is passionate about patient care, where her warm smile a calming presence can make even the most nervous visitor feel at ease.

She sits at the front and centre when it comes to putting patients first (and let’s be honest se probably knows where the good pens are hidden too.) Michelle can get you started when it comes to coming into see one of our amazing doctors or a much-needed morale boost. If laughter is the best medicine, then Michelle s doing double duty.

Elle Stott

Receptionist

Elle is one of the warm and welcoming faces at the front desk, making sure every patient’s experience starts off on the right foot. As a dedicated Medical Receptionist, she plays a key role in keeping the day-to-day operations running smoothly — from managing appointments and handling patient inquiries to supporting the clinical team behind the scenes.

Known for her supportive nature, quick thinking, and friendly attitude, Elle helps create a professional and caring environment for everyone who walks through the door.

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